eKartingNews.com Driver of the Month: May 2026 – Travis Pettit

Three wins over two weekends with two different teams for New Jersey driver

Jun 22, 2026
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In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

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EKN Driver Diary: Derek Wargo – 2026 FIA Karting Academy Trophy Senior – Valencia

Top 15 finish for Louisiana driver at international championship

Jun 18, 2026
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The EKN Driver Diary returns with a focus surrounding the FIA Karting Academy Trophy program. The international championship is into its 17th season and offering the Senior category for a second year. The United States of America did not have a representative in the category for 2025, with Louisiana driver Derek Wargo becoming the first […]

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Jun 12, 2026
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EKN’s Paddock Insider is part of our Trackside coverage, bringing you notes, updates and breaking news as it happens. The article will feature notes from trackside at the 2026 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour SpringNationals at the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati in Batavia, Ohio. Third Straight Year at The Club The 2026 Superkarts! USA Pro […]

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2026 eKartingNews.com Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA – TaG – June 3

Lawrence remains at the top over Massimino with Nash up to top three

Jun 05, 2026
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The third edition of the 2026 eKartingNews.com TaG Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA standings features only six additional races to add to the total of 254 drivers. Despite that, changes occurred throughout the standings with the removal of events – including the 2025 SKUSA Pro Tour SpringNationals – dropping off the 12-month sliding scale. […]

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2026 eKartingNews.com Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA – Shifterkart – June 3

Renaudin continues to lead standings now ahead of Musgrave and Urwin

Jun 04, 2026
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The month of May has been completed and 11 races have been added to the 12-month total for the 2026 eKartingNews.com Shifterkart Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA. The karting season is fully underway with racing taking place from coast to coast, at all levels of the sport. The SKUSA ProKart Challenge had three rounds […]

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Fast Five: Jeff Scott – 2026 Quincy Grand Prix

Historic street race ready for annual weekend at ‘The Park’

May 27, 2026
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Life is about bucket list items. In karting, many drivers set a list of tracks or events they want to compete at during their career. What many have already experienced since 1970, others can still check the Quincy Grand Prix off their list. The 2026 edition of the historic street race will take place on […]

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May 20, 2026
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Your one place to browse and search thousands of karting products online is at Comet Kart Sales. Their online store provides everything you need for karting and more, serving the karting community for decades out of their Greenfield, Indiana headquarters. CKS has also been a leader in developing innovative products for karting, available to those […]

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eKartingNews.com Driver of the Month: April 2026 – Dutch Westbrook

Benik driver wins back-to-back weekends to continue impressive rookie Mini season start

May 18, 2026
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In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

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FAT Karting League Expands in 2026

United States branches out to four hubs providing arrive-and-drive karting

May 11, 2026
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The internationally-expanding FAT Karting League (FKL) made its debut in the United States during the 2025 season. The arrive-and-drive electric karting program is the creation of former Ferrari F1 race engineer Rob Smedley and was originally launched in the UK, open for drivers ages between 5-17. The mission of the FKL is to make motorsport […]

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Fast Five: Gerald Caseley – Cup Karts Canada

CKNA Canada promoter provides insight into fifth season of program north of the border

Apr 27, 2026
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The Cup Karts North America celebrates four divisional programs that not only span the eastern portion of the USA but also into Canada. Cup Karts Canada is entering its fifth season with not only a three-event championship program, but the launch of the new Canadian 4-Cycle Nationals to open up 2026 in just three weeks. […]

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2026 eKartingNews.com Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA – TaG – April 22

Lawrence takes over top spot ahead of Massimino and Ramos

Apr 24, 2026
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As predicted, the second edition of the 2026 eKartingNews.com TaG Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA standings have seen a shakeup. A total of seven main events over the last six weekends have been added to shifting 12-month program, including major races from Race Rotax, SKUSA, USPKS and Stars along with the latest race for […]

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2026 eKartingNews.com Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA – Shifterkart – April 22

Renaudin maintains top position now over Morgatto and Urwin

Apr 23, 2026
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The results for the second edition of the 2026 eKartingNews.com Shifterkart Driver Rankings presented by Stilo USA have been collected, and the new standings have been tabulated. Only four events have been added to the standings, featuring ROK Cup USA, SKUSA, USPKS and Stars events along with shifting the 12-month total. The driver total expanded […]

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Apr 21, 2026
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The 2026 ROTAX karting season is officially underway, with regional and club championships launching across the United States. From Texas to the Northeast, the Midwest to the Pacific Northwest, ROTAX competitors have no shortage of opportunities to hit the track. Whether you’re racing regionally or supporting your local club, ROTAX action is happening near you. […]

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eKartingNews.com Driver of the Month: March 2026 – Ashton Woon

Speed Concepts Racing driver earns four victories in four different categories in Tucson

Apr 16, 2026
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In a continued effort to highlight the many outstanding performances by drivers around the country, eKartingNews.com is proud to introduce the ‘Driver of the Month’ program. Each month, the staff at EKN will determine the one driver who stood out above the rest and give the viewers a chance to know exactly what they accomplished […]

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Apr 15, 2026
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Made in the USA products for the karting market are manufactured and distributed by Precision Karting Technologies. The company continues to develop innovative and efficient products for the sport. The resurgence of the Rotax engine platform here in the USA puts a focus on the Rotax products available from PKT. One of the most popular […]

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Apr 02, 2026
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As the official race team for Bestkart in the United States, Prodigy Motorsport is focused on continuing the momentum that they developed at the end of the 2025 season thanks to top results at the biggest karting events in the country. Working with Bestkart importer The Kart Shoppe, Prodigy Motorsports is a family-owned company based […]

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Apr 01, 2026
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Odenthal Racing Products is a leading manufacturer in innovative and reliable products for karting. Their ‘Made in the USA’ product line continues to evolve over their decades within the sport of karting. The newest product for the karting market is the Low Profile 8 Degree One Piece 4-Cycle Mount – Code Red Edition. The new […]

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Fast Five: Tim Koyen – 2026 Route 66 Sprint Series

New owner provides insight into upcoming first season at the helm

Mar 31, 2026
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For multiple decades now, the Route 66 Sprint Series Presented by MG Tires has served as the premier regional karting championship within the Midwest area. It’s role as a place for club racers to advance and as a series for national level drivers to fine tune their race craft has helped develop some of the […]

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Mar 27, 2026
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EKN’s Paddock Insider is part of our Trackside coverage, bringing you notes, updates and breaking news as it happens. The article will feature notes from trackside at the 2026 Superkarts! USA Pro Tour WinterNationals at the Musselman Honda Circuit in Tucson, Arizona. SKUSA Returns to Tucson The 10th edition of the SKUSA Pro Tour WinterNationals […]

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Experience the Key Element with Speed Concepts Racing

Decades of knowledge steer the driver development for leading race team

Mar 24, 2026
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Experience is defined as ‘the knowledge, skill or practical wisdom gained through direct observation, participation or living through events. In motorsports, including karting, experience helps pave the way to success. Speed Concepts Racing has amassed more than two centuries of knowledge in the sport through its ownership and those working under the tent with their […]

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